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Operator desk manuals

Step-by-step manuals for admissions, finance, library, transport, and procurement desks.

This getting started guide covers school software onboarding for K-12 day schools. Whether you are evaluating cloud school management software or configuring Schoolyi after go-live, you will find practical steps for school ERP go live checklist, migrate from Excel to school ERP - written for administrators and staff, not developers.

Last updated July 24, 2026

Admissions desk manual

  1. Verify cycle is published - share /admissions/apply link.
  2. On new application: open detail → check documents → update status.
  3. Record test score at test session screen.
  4. Move to shortlist → offer → track acceptance.
  5. On accept: enroll at /admissions/enrollments - system creates parent portal login and sends a welcome magic link when guardian email is on file.
  6. Confirm parent-student link at /parents and fee instances after enrollment.

Finance desk manual

  1. Search student at /fees/collections.
  2. Select pending instances → enter payment mode and reference.
  3. Confirm receipt generated - offer email if parent present.
  4. For online payments: verify at /fees/payments - do not double-record.
  5. Guide parents to /fees/me (with childId) for self-service balance checks.
  6. Process waiver/refund only with approval per school policy.

Library desk manual

  1. Issue: search patron → search book → issue with due date.
  2. Return: mark returned → apply fine if overdue per /settings/library.
  3. Reservation queue: fulfill when copy available.

Transport desk manual

  1. New student: assign to route stop on /transport/[id].
  2. Change request: update assignment → confirm parent sees /parent/transport?childId=… with live status when duty runs.
  3. Duty: drivers/managers use /transport/duty (and /transport/duty/[tripId]) for board/drop marks and incident reports.
  4. Office: /transport/day-sheet for today’s fleet view; /transport/incidents for substitute vehicles; /transport/reports for boarding export (5,000-row cap).
  5. Boarding alerts notify linked parents in-app and by email when preferences allow.
  6. Export route roster for drivers before term start.

Purchasing desk manual

  1. Create PO at /procurement from approved vendor.
  2. On delivery: receive goods → inventory updates.
  3. Match vendor bill at /finance/vendor-bills when invoice arrives.

Common questions

Quick answers in plain language.

What is school software onboarding?+

Step-by-step manuals for admissions, finance, library, transport, and procurement desks. This is a core topic in Getting started on Schoolyi.

How do I set up operator desk manuals in school management software?+

Follow the steps in this guide during persona playbooks, handbooks, workflows, and go-live checklists. Start with getting-started docs if you are new to Schoolyi, then apply the workflows here for your school year.

How does Schoolyi handle operator desk manuals?+

Step-by-step manuals for admissions, finance, library, transport, and procurement desks.

Is there a school software onboarding guide for school administrators?+

Yes. This article is part of the public Getting started documentation at /docs - written for administrators, operators, and IT teams.

Who manages operator desk manuals at a typical K-12 school?+

Usually getting started and front-office staff responsible for school software onboarding. Teachers and finance may have scoped access depending on your role configuration.

Does Schoolyi support school ERP go live checklist?+

Yes. Schoolyi is a cloud school management system (SMS) with connected modules on one student roster and academic calendar. See related guides below or contact us for a demo focused on school software onboarding.

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